Jimmy White is the most famous snooker player in the world. Jimmy White was born in Balham, London. He has won 30 professional titles. He is well-known for his bold style and exceptional natural talent. His remarkable career has brought him to the top, in many places around the globe.
A member of England's World Cup team in 1988, he also won the English Amateur Championship in 1979. He went on to win with Alex Higgins the World Doubles Championship. This earned him a reputation for being a sportsman as well as a funny speaker after dinner. He is also a passionate conservationist. As such, he has collaborated with award-winning documentary teams and is a keen animal lover.
Jimmy White, who began his professional career at age eighteen, reached the final of the British Open. He remained in the top 8 for most of his professional career after a successful career. His fortunes started to decline in the 1990s. While he could not replicate his past success, he has been able retain his spot in the main touring for another season.
Jimmy White is known as an underdog. He was a player who displayed a fiery style and a fierce determination to win. One of his best moments was during his world semi-final in 1999.
He didn't lose a single frame in his two first qualifying matches. His next two tournaments saw him lose to Matthew Selt, Xiao Guodong, and Matthew Selt. Despite his setbacks he enjoyed good performances throughout 2018.
He won three matches in full-ranking events during the 2014/15 season. His disappointing season ended with a loss to Barry Hawkins, in the International Championship. Despite this, he was still in the top 8 of the main list.
Jimmy White was the youngest ever to win the ranking tournament the following season. He defeated Mark Selby (Stephen Hendry), David Morris (David Morris) and Mark Selby (Mark Selby). With his win, he was able to secure his place in the professional top 64.
Jimmy White is the star on the BBC2 series Gods Of Snooker. He is a fan favorite and a familiar figure to snooker lovers around the globe. He divides his time between public speaking and snooker when he's not playing. He is frequently called upon to host high-profile corporate events as well as awards ceremonies.
Jimmy White took advantage of his chance in China after he had fought for his spot in the top 64. To secure his spot in the top 64, he qualified to the International Championship. He was the second player overall to achieve a maximum break in this tournament.